656 deaths

Uthman ibn Affan (; 17 June 656) was the third caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate, ruling from 644 until his assassination in 656. Uthman, a second cousin, son-in-law, and senior companion of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, played a major role in early Islamic history. During his reign as caliph, he was known for ordering the official compilation of the standardized version of the Quran, known as the Uthmanic codex, which is still used today.

companion of Muhammad (594–656)

Arab Muslim military commander (c.594-656)

King of Austrasia

King of Mercia

Sahabah

Sahabi

Companion of Muhammad

son of Talha ibn Ubaydullah

Chinese diplomat

Chinese general, official and diplomat

King of Leinster

Frankish saint